VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital

Syracuse, NY

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

At VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital, we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners

VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital opened its doors in August of 1965 on West Genesee Street, the result of much hard work by Dr. Richard Grambow and his partner, Dr. John Sonne. Dr. Grambow had been working as a vet in Mattydale when he began leasing an old carriage house, which was once part of the James Geddes farm. Mr. Geddes was one of the principal engineers involved in the building of the Erie Canal. In the beginning, the animal hospital was in the lower level, while Grambow's family lived on the upper floors. In 1985 Dr. Grambow sold the practice to Dr. Sonne. Dr. Eileen Fatcheric and Dr. Suzanne Losito purchased the Hospital from Dr. John Sonne in July of 2002. Dr. Fatcheric worked at the Hospital as a vet assistant before attending veterinary school. She has practiced veterinary medicine at FAH since 1992. Dr. Losito has practice veterinary medicine at at FAH since 1988. Both Dr.Losito and Dr. Fatcheric studied veterinary medicine at Cornell University and graduated together in 1988. In 2012 the practice moved a few doors down to its current location which a 10,000 square foot state of the art facility, continuing the tradition of providing pets with exceptional quality veterinary care

Mission — Partnering for exceptional, compassionate veterinary care; because your family is our family

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

8
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
2
Support staff
11
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyCold Laser Therapy

Services in detail

Cold Laser TherapyDermatologyDigital RadiologyCanine and Feline DiabetesPet CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingParasite ControlPreventive Medicine
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VaccinationsWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesGeriatric MedicineHealth ExamsIn House PharmacyPeriodonticsPet Loss SupportRadiologyRoot CanalsSpays and NeutersUrology

Memberships

American Animal Hospital AssociationCat Friendly PracticeFear Free Certified Professional

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Is VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital offer?+

VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital established?+

VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital has served the Syracuse, NY community since 1965.

What reviewers say

70% Positive sentiment
based on 524 reviews

Fairmount Animal Hospital is a large, modern veterinary facility offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. The practice features a spacious, clean environment designed with calming elements for pets. The team includes numerous experienced veterinarians and compassionate technicians known for handling anxious animals with patience and thorough explanations. Services range from routine wellness exams and vaccinations to specialized procedures, dental cleanings, and end-of-life care. While many clients experience attentive and high-quality care, others note challenges with appointment availability, extended wait times, and high pricing structures.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.